Thread: The big wide world of load shelf packs

Originally Posted by Snoppernator

Sounds like you have your needs pretty dialed. Well done.

The great thing with a meat shelf is you can get away with a "smaller" main pack. I've got the Exo K3200 (previous generation) which is 3200 cubic inches = 52 litres, with lid about 58 litres. If you have some discipline around keeping weight and bulk down, this is more than enough for longer trips. If I'm on a roar trip, I'll utilise the meat shelf to carry food in if really pushing it. The American packs are pretty awesome, and you get what you pay for. Having seen a few of the local versions - be wary about the quality of construction, actual weight and strap quality.

That is a good point. No idea what the Karrimor volume is measured at but I estimate it tops out at about 65-70L full to the gunwales which I have done, only on the way out. But gear alone I have never filled it and would prefer something smaller. Good to know you get around with the 3200 or 3600 in current gen.

RE: Stone Glacier I'm surprised none of the H&F stores here in Auckland stock them, will be down in Hamilton soon so may drop into the store there and give them a good nosey